The Penal Colony: Stories and Short Pieces
by Franz Kafka
"The Penal Colony: Stories and Short Pieces" by Franz Kafka, Schocken Books, 1971, Sixteenth Printing. Paperback in fair condition with cover wear and yellowed pages. This edition features Kafka's renowned short stories, including "The Metamorphosis." A classic collection for Kafka enthusiasts and collectors.
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The book is in fair condition with noticeable wear on the cover, including some discoloration and minor creasing. The spine shows signs of use but remains intact. There is no dust jacket present. The pages are yellowed with age but free from markings or inscriptions.
About This Vintage 1971 Edition
Franz Kafka's "The Penal Colony: Stories and Short Pieces" is a collection of the author's most intriguing short works, published by Schocken Books in New York. This particular edition is the sixteenth printing, from 1971. Originally published in 1948, this collection showcases Kafka's unique narrative style and explores themes of existentialism and the absurd. The book includes notable stories such as "The Metamorphosis" and "In the Penal Colony." This paperback edition is part of Schocken's efforts to make Kafka's work accessible to a wider audience, and it remains a significant piece for collectors and literature enthusiasts. The condition is fair, with visible wear on the cover, reflecting its vintage nature.
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